NEOGOV · 1 month ago
DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AUDIT (Pending an Anticipated Vacancy)
FAIRFIELD, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
9+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Director of Internal Audit for the Town of Fairfield. This role is responsible for directing the Internal Audit program, ensuring compliance and effectiveness of financial operations through audits and assessments.
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Responsibilities
Analyzes financial transactions, records, systems, and internal controls to determine accuracy, adequacy, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards
Conducts audit fieldwork, including data analysis, interviews, observations, testing of controls, and documentation of results
Conducts investigations of suspected abuse, waste, or fraud; prepares related reports; interviews personnel; and coordinates with law enforcement or external agencies as appropriate
Conducts specialized, sensitive, or complex studies and analyses at the direction of the Chief Fiscal Officer
Coordinates and conducts management and organizational studies related to structures, procedures, and operational effectiveness
Develops and implements comprehensive audit plans, including defining objectives, scope, methodologies, sampling techniques, timeframes, and audit programs
Develops, recommends, and assists in the implementation of audit-related policies, procedures, and best practices
Identifies and assesses operational, financial, compliance, and fraud risks to determine audit priorities and scope
Interprets and applies applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards related to auditing and financial management
Maintains effective working relationships with departmental staff, management, external auditors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders
Monitors fiscal operations for compliance with established fiscal policies and applicable accounting standards, including GASB requirements
Performs accounting, financial, and operational performance appraisals for departments, agencies, boards, and commissions
Performs post-audit follow-up reviews to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions
Plans and directs long-range audit programs to ensure periodic examination of major activities, programs, and financial records
Plans, directs, and conducts independent internal audits and examinations of departmental operations, financial activities, programs, and contracts to assess compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency
Prepares and maintains accounting policies, internal control documentation, reconciliations, and related financial records as assigned
Prepares clear, accurate, and well-supported audit workpapers, findings, conclusions, and formal audit reports
Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, capital plans, financial statements, lease reports, pension and OPEB schedules, and other required financial reports
Supervises assigned staff, including directing work activities, evaluating performance, and participating in recruitment, hiring, and training
Performs related accounting, auditing, and administrative duties as required
Qualification
Required
Nine (9) years of professional experience in a combination of financial and operational analysis in a large business or public service organization
Two (2) years of experience must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity
Incumbents in this class are required to possess and maintain at least one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel
Preferred
A Master's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration or in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience
College training may be substituted for experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree
Benefits
Paid vacation
Holidays and sick
401(a) retirement plan
Medical including health, prescription, dental, life and vision
Life insurance
Optional 457 plan
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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